In the Industrieanzeiger, one of the leading journals for decision-makers in the German-speaking SME sector, Prof. Dr. David Bendig and Katharina Hennes from the Chair of Entrepreneurship shed light on the growing importance of climate adaptation and resilience in the business world in their latest contribution.

Although sustainability has become an integral part of public discourse, many entrepreneurs are grappling with significant questions regarding its relevance to their companies and strategies—especially since the recent heatwaves and the Ahr Valley flood, making the issue tangible for the German economy.

The author team provides an overview of this emerging topic and examines its significance for industrial companies operating in Germany. Prof. Dr. David Bendig and Katharina Hennes emphasize that, from a business and risk-conscious perspective, climate adaptation must take top priority to address the tangible and increasing physical impacts of climate change. They underscore that neglecting these aspects exposes companies to significant risks.

The article highlights that climate adaptation measures should be seen not as a substitute but as a necessary complement to existing decarbonization initiatives. To minimize the mentioned physical impacts, manufacturing companies should assess vulnerability to climate risks within their own corporate boundaries and in partnerships, considering both current scenarios and future developments.

The contribution provides a practical introduction to this emerging trend in the business world and illustrates its relevance to ongoing sustainability efforts. For further details, you can refer to the online version of the article: https://industrieanzeiger.industrie.de/nachhaltigkeit/der-neue-nachhaltigkeitstrend-im-unternehmerischen-kontext/